Bridges Medical Practice

31/03/2026

16/03/2026

Cases of invasive meningococcal disease have been confirmed in Kent. Sadly, 2 people are known to have died. It's important to know the signs of symptoms of meningitis and septicaemia. Get more info from NHS.
🔗 nhs.uk/conditions/meningitis

16/03/2026

Meningitis can be very serious if not treated quickly.

The NHS website has all the information you need, including what to look out for and when to get medical help.

➡️ https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/meningitis/

15/03/2026

Measles can cause:
➡️Pneumonia
➡️Blindness
➡️Deafness
➡️Swelling of the brain and it can be fatal

Check your child's red book or speak to your GP practice to make sure they are up to date with their MMRV vaccines💉

10/03/2026

MMRV is now part of the NHS routine childhood vaccination programme, replacing the MMR vaccine.

Vaccination is the best way to reduce the risk of serious illness and protect children as they grow.

Your GP will be in touch when your child is due their appointment
🔗 nhs.uk/mmrv

06/03/2026

05/03/2026

04/03/2026

02/03/2026

You can reduce your risk of developing oesophageal cancer by maintaining a healthy weight. If your BMI (body mass index) is over 25 get the help you need from nhs.uk/better-health/lose-weight/

17/02/2026

If you or someone you know feel like you might benefit from getting outside, walking side by side with other men, in a relaxed space where conversation can happen naturally, please feel free to come along. And spread the word! 🤝